As a general rule, we at TX21Indivisible are more interested in getting a bit of your time than in getting a bit of your money. But if you would like to kick in a few dollars to help us keep this thing running and help us continue putting on these kinds of events you can now do so here! If you have the resources and would like to make it a recurring monthly donation that would also be appreciated! Contributions and gifts to TX21Indivisible are not tax deductible.

We’ve got a couple of federal legislative actions that need your attention this week, and then we’ll list several other upcoming trainings or events below.

Actions

Defend the ACA…again

Call Lamar Smith and tell him NO on the latest attempt to repeal Obamacare

If you have a pre-existing condition or other personal story, include it when you call. Here is a script to get you started:

“I’m calling to oppose the new proposal altering the American Health Care Act. I don’t like the fact that it gets rid of Essential Health Benefits and Community rating, which allow sick people to get insurance, and make sure insurance is worth having.”

The Budget: Now that your MoCs are back in Washington this week, they have to pass a stopgap funding bill, known as a “CR” (Continuing Resolution), to fund the government past April 28. But with his 100-day report card looming on that same day, Trump is desperate for any legislative win he can get—so much so that his cronies in Congress may be willing to risk a government shutdown by including unpopular policy riders in the funding bill, such as:

Defunding of ACA cost-sharing subsidies (CSRs) that millions of Americans rely on to keep coverage affordable

Upcoming Events

Let’s Celebrate TX21 Indivisible Awesomeness in Boerne!

Sunday April 30, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Random Beer Garden: 11 Upper Cibolo Creek Rd, Boerne, TX 78006

It is hard to believe that we are four months old but it is amazing what we have accomplished in that four months! Come join our celebration of passion for change, our accomplishments, and our spirit! Great movements begin over sharing of ideas, finding common goals, and taking action. Following the example of our founding fathers, a little fun and a little beer along the way does not hurt.

In the spirit of RESIST-REST-REPEAT, please join with TX21 Indivisibles from Austin, San Antonio, and the Hill Country for an afternoon of food, family-friendly fun, and live music provided by some of our own TX21 Indivisibles. There’s a special song debut you will not want to miss!

Random is a wonderful family-friendly location with food trucks, playground for the kids, dog-friendly (on leash), beer and wine, and the coolest guests in District 21. All food and drink is pay as you go. Visit Random on Facebook

Everyone is welcomed — Indivisible members, your family, your friends, people you just met. People have heard about TX21 Indivisible and we know that many want to join our movement and the fun!

Voter Activation Virtual Huddle

Wednesday April 26, 12 pm

We’re closing in on the end of the first 100 days of this administration, and though we’ve had some great success so far it’s time for us to start making plans for the most crucial step of politics – getting voters to the polls. Come help us start the process of defining our voter activation strategy – including plans for registering voters, filling precinct chair positions, and getting out the vote when the time comes. If you can’t make this call, then don’t worry – this is just a kickoff, and there will be plenty of other opportunities to be involved in the planning and execution of this very important effort.